If grappling with fake news, social inequality and the politics of climate change is doing your head in, then perhaps it’s time for an Antidote. The Sydney Opera House’s new two-day festival (replacing the Festival of Dangerous Ideas) of performances, talks and experiences aims to provide a platform for people with bold alternatives to the way the world currently operates.

The event will provide an opportunity for audiences to engage with artists, thinkers and doers; curious, forward-thinking souls who are spearheading change of all sorts. Expect dives into North Korea, the ongoing fight for equality and the culture of protest in our current political climate.